Bakkie fans had a great haul this year, as no less than 15 new models were launched in South Africa in 2025.
The year welcomed in a varied selection, ranging from mild updates for a few recent entries to models that have brought something entirely new to the country’s auto sphere.
Case in point is the BYD Shark 6, the first plug-in hybrid double cab in South Africa.
The Shark bears the distinction of being the nation’s most powerful bakkie, taking the crown away from the Ford Ranger Raptor.
It’s also one of the…
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